The Vitamin C 101

Not just for cold-fighting, Vitamin C is an incredible antioxidant, anti-inflammatory nutrient that shows your skin a lot of love, along with a ton of other amazing support functions. Above the surface, it helps with skin hydration, tone and texture. Below, it's busy keeping your cells healthy.

Here are some key Vitamin C superpowers:

• Reduces the severity of the common cold
• Powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals and helps keep your cells strong
• Helps to heal wounds
• Supports immune system function
• Aids in the formation of collagen
• Helps your body absorb Iron

Pro tip: pair iron-rich foods with those containing Vitamin-C to support your body's absorption of iron. Check out these blends for your daily iron + Vitamin C boost: Blended For Plant-Based Diets

Get your daily dose with the foods, recipe idea and blends below.

Getting Your Vitamin C Daily

Food rich in Vitamin C

• Citrus
• Avocado
• Red pepper
• Camu Camu
• Sweet potato
• Kiwi
• Tomatoes
• Oranges
• Mango

We love this salad from Oh She Glows for getting a major dose of vitamin C (+ it's really delicious):

INGREDIENTS

1 large sweet potato, sliced into 1cm rounds, roasted
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds
1 head romaine, chopped, washed, and spun dry
1 red pepper, chopped
1 large carrot, julienned
1/2 cucumber, diced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
handful or two of cilantro leaves, chopped (or try parsley)

FOR THE DRESSING (MAKES 1/2-2/3 CUP).
Blend the following (low speed until smooth):

1 garlic clove
1/4 cup raw almond butter (or roasted peanut butter)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons low-sodium tamari
2 tablespoons water
1-2 teaspoons pure maple syrup, to taste
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)

Blended For Mega Vitamin C

Another reason we love being your daily health habit? One single blend can provide 100%+ of your Vitamin C RDI. Here are some of the heavy C-packing blends:

Greens Daily Dose 150%
Vita C Immunity 320%
Be Green 150%
Matcha Morning 150%
The Remedy 100%
The After Party 100%

Happy Blending!

If you have any questions about our blends or need help selecting the best ones for you, please email us at info@blendedforyou.com